Off leash dog area (update by Mary)

The city recently established an off-leash dog park (as you may have noticed) at LOP as a pilot project. However, the designated area, as fenced just east of the Long House, was considered to be in conflict with upcoming events in the park, in particular the Teddy Bear Picnic. Therefore, the off-leash dog park will be moved to the north west section of LOP. This change over should occur in the next few days.
The new area will be larger and away from the non-dog pedestrian traffic. There is a road running just to the north that will provide for parking. It looks like a good area for the dogs to continue having fun, exercising and socializing. Picnic tables will be moved into the area for the benefit of the two-legged visitors. Dog owners, and those who just wish to watch the fun, are invited to come out to the Park.
(sorry for the delay in posting this - Mary wrote this on May 28 - you will all have seen the new off-leash dog park by now)